General Session Onsite and Online

TPR2405. Elevating Compliance: The Risk of Cloud Technologies and Their Impact on SOC Reporting

In this session, Greg Carpenter (AWS Cloud Security & Compliance) and Jeff Cook, CPA (SOC practitioner) guide you through the intricacies of rapidly changing cloud technologies and their implications on SOC 2 reporting. Participants will gain a comprehensive understanding of the cloud landscape, exploring deployment models, service structures, and the shared responsibility model. The session will address the identification and assessment of risks unique to cloud integration, with a focus on data security, system availability, and information integrity. Through real-world examples and practical mitigation strategies, attendees will emerge equipped with actionable insights to navigate the intersection of cloud technologies and SOC 2 reporting, ensuring a robust approach to the evolving challenges in today's dynamic business environment.


Learning Objectives:

  • Assess how cloud technologies and applications affect SOC reporting.
  • Interpret where the risks are for cloud applications in relation to SOC reporting.
  • Assess risk and vulnerability mitigation strategies for clients using cloud technologies.
Date/Time
–
CPE Credits
1.5
NASBA Field of Study
Information Technology
Level
Advanced
Prerequisites
4-5+ years in the profession
Advanced Preparation
None
Session Tags
TPR
Speakers
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Jeff Cook

CPA, CITP, CISA
Managing Principal - SOC
Fortreum, LLC
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Gregory Carpenter

Sr. Security Partner Strategist
AWS